Payroll Administrator

PF Management Group

Payroll Administrator

Schenectady, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Job Summary

    The Cornerstone Management Group Executive team is searching for a Payroll Administrator for a multi-unit franchisee and business development team. At Cornerstone Management Group, we are proud to be one of the first Planet Fitness franchisees in the system, currently with 9 clubs in the Great Plains region of the United States and 7 clubs in the country of Panama, one Jersey Mike’s Sub shop under construction, and a retail liquor store.

    At Planet Fitness, our mission has always been to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, judgement free environment. Our Planet Fitness and Cornerstone Management team is comprised of dynamic, dedicated, and talented individuals who represent our values of integrity, transparency, passion, respect, and excellence (while having fun!) in everything they do.

    The Payroll Administrator will be a key member of the administrative team at our main office. This position’s primary role will be to oversee the organization’s payroll functions by processing bi-weekly payroll and maintaining employee time records. Working both independently and in a team environment, a successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of general business principles and internal controls. This role requires applying strong analytical skills, judgement, attention to detail, and creativity to effectively solve problems and prepare various internal and external reports.

    In This Role You Will

    Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.

    Enter, maintain, and process information in the payroll system; information includes but is not limited to employees’ hourly rates, salaries, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.

    Ensure proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and other deductions.

    Issue, or reissue, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.

    Enter weekly schedules into the payroll processing software and work with the operations team to review discrepancies in scheduled hours versus hours work.

    Possess an understanding of payroll regulations and tax laws in NEW YORK, MONTANA, and WYOMING

    Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

    About You

    High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.

    Ability to work both independently and in team environment and meet deadlines.

    Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.

    Effective verbal and written communication skills.

    Proficient PC abilities, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to learn and become proficient in payroll software program (such as Checkwise, ADP, etc.).

    Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.

    Three to five years of related experience required.

    This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm. The rate of pay is $25.00 per hour, single health insurance benefits. Cornerstone Management Group believes that its employees are the key to what makes a great company. Although work makes up a large portion of an employee's life, we believe that a balance between work and non-work activities is essential to maintain quality performance and a positive work atmosphere. To support this philosophy, the company has designed a paid time off (PTO) plan that incorporates vacation, personal and sick leave into one program.

    Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees.

    Employees at a franchise location are employed by the Franchisee and are not employees of PFHQ (the Franchisor). PFHQ neither dictates nor controls labor or employment matters for franchisees or their employees, and does not retain any reserved authority to control the terms and conditions of employment for franchisees or their employees. Each franchisee is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state and federal law.